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March 2026 News Archive

Explore our archive of financial news, savings, mortgages and personal finance articles published in March 2026. Browse articles below for key developments, expert analysis and insights from the month.

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March 2026 News

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Millions could pay tax on their savings due to “outdated” Personal Savings Allowance

31st March 2026

As the threat of being taxed on their savings interest becomes a reality for many, the tax-free perks of cash ISAs have proved to be invaluable. Find out more.

As the threat of being taxed on their savings interest becomes a reality for many, the tax-free perks of cash ISAs have proved to be invaluable.

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“Pain for landlords” as rule changes and market volatility could add thousands of pounds to outgoings

30th March 2026

Rising interest rates alone could add more than £1,000 a year to mortgage repayments.

Rising interest rates alone could add more than £1,000 a year to mortgage repayments.

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Inflation remains at 3% in February but is expected to jump in the months ahead

25th March 2026

If costs rise too rapidly, this could push the Bank of England to increase interest rates.

If costs rise too rapidly, this could push the Bank of England to increase interest rates.

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Market turmoil pushes average two-year fixed mortgage rate above five-year rate

25th March 2026

The inversion of fixed mortgage rates reflects the ongoing volatility and uncertainty in the market caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

The inversion of fixed mortgage rates reflects the ongoing volatility and uncertainty in the market caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

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Market volatility: Why are retirees particularly vulnerable?

25th March 2026

Find out how market volatility could impact the stability of your retirement income.

Find out how market volatility could impact the stability of your retirement income.

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Retirees could become “hundreds of pounds better off” amid possibility of rising annuity rates, reveals Finance Expert

24th March 2026

It comes as gilt yields – a major factor behind annuity rates – have soared due to conflict in the Middle East.

It comes as gilt yields – a major factor behind annuity rates – have soared due to conflict in the Middle East.

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Bank of England base rate remains on pause at 3.75% amid Middle East conflict

19th March 2026

The UK mortgage market is already feeling the consequences.

The UK mortgage market is already feeling the consequences.

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Could this ISA season be one of the most competitive yet?

18th March 2026

The 2025/26 tax-year is one of the final opportunities for under 65s to stash up to £20,000 in cash ISAs.

The 2025/26 tax-year is one of the final opportunities for under 65s to stash up to £20,000 in cash ISAs.

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Borrowers may need to “act quickly” as mortgage shelf-life plummets, Finance Expert warns

16th March 2026

Any delay in securing a new deal could add hundreds of pounds to remortgage borrowers’ monthly repayments.

Any delay in securing a new deal could add hundreds of pounds to remortgage borrowers’ monthly repayments.

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Chance to earn up to £1,200 cashback with new ISA deal from Lloyds Bank

13th March 2026

Lloyds Bank is giving customers the chance to boost their savings with an attractive cashback bonus – but how does it compare?

Lloyds Bank is giving customers the chance to boost their savings with an attractive cashback bonus – but how does it compare?

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Barclays Bank launches new £200 current account switching offer

11th March 2026

Customers who make the switch to a Barclays Bank Account could receive an attractive £200 cash bonus – but is it worth it?

Customers who make the switch to a Barclays Bank Account could receive an attractive £200 cash bonus – but is it worth it?

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HSBC launches £500 cashback bonus on selected ISAs

10th March 2026

HSBC is now one of several high street banks to pay a cashback reward to savers who open or transfer to a qualifying ISA. Find out more about this ISA cashback offer.

HSBC is now one of several high street banks to pay a cashback reward to savers who open or transfer to a qualifying ISA.

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The price your family could pay if you don’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney

6th March 2026

Discover how Lasting Power of Attorney could give you and your loved ones peace of mind.

Discover how Lasting Power of Attorney could give you and your loved ones peace of mind.

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Spring Statement 2026 overshadowed by global conflict: How might your finances be affected?

3rd March 2026

Conflict in the Middle East “could have very significant impacts on global and UK economies”, warned the Office for Budget Responsibility.

Conflict in the Middle East “could have very significant impacts on global and UK economies”, warned the Office for Budget Responsibility.

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